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Grief Resources

The grieving process helps heal people after experiencing the loss of a loved one. Grief stirs up a variety of intense emotions, including despair, anger, confusion, guilt and sadness. People struggling with grief-related issues sometimes have difficulty functioning enough to complete their daily routine. A variety of resources and support services help many people regain hope and develop a new sense of purpose in their lives.

  1. Online Grief Resources

    • For people in rural areas, online support provides a convenient way to connect with others with similar issues. Online grief resources provide a wealth of information and an unmatched ability to share with other people who are grieving. Many sites offer forums and chat rooms where people discuss grief-related issues. Email support options provide members with newsletters as a form of support.

    Support Groups

    • Many local agencies, charities and hospitals provide grief support groups. Some sites offer specific groups for people who have lost a spouse or a child and many of them provide groups for children and teenagers who have experienced a loss. Summer camps devoted to grief offer children and families a time to relate to peers with similar losses. Support groups help people talk about their feelings, share stories about their loved one and learn from other people's experiences.

    Individual Therapy

    • Some people feel uncomfortable with group settings and opt for individual services. Individual therapy provides support for many people who are struggling with grief-related issues. Therapy provides a way for people to make sense of their loss and can help people through complicated grief issues. People experiencing particularly traumatic losses may benefit from therapy to help them process their feelings. Many people experience depression and anxiety while grieving, and therapy can teach coping strategies.

    Self-Help Books

    • Many people find comfort, hope and healing by reading books. Self-help books are available in a wide variety of grief-related topics. Some books provide specific stories of people who have worked through this type of issue. Other books offer technical information about the stages of grief or how to help children who are grieving. Self-help workbooks provide an opportunity for people to process their feelings through reflection and journaling.

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